Elderly father with stubborn groin area rash. Dermatologist called it intertrigo because is worse in skin folds. Been prescribed many different antifungal creams & powders, barrier cream & ointments, even prescription strength hydrocortisone cream. Switched to loose fitting jocky shorts and cotton pajama bottoms. Yesterday the dermatologist scraped the rash for a culture to see if would grow anything. Then said the product "InterDry" is worth a try. Sheets you cut to size and place in skin folds. Only available on line so I ordered it and will arrive in 1 or 2 days. Has anyone used this product? Especially in an elderly man's private area?
I had an aide tell me that Almay stick deodorant was good for skin folds. Kept the area dry. If I used this, it would only be to prevent the rash not cure it.
I've heard mixed reviews about products that you cut to size and use in skin folds. That they do not stay in place and often curl up and are a big headache. It's worth a try, but I'd ask the doctor about the Phytoplex powder though. Your father may need a low-dose oral steroid if his condition isn't helped with anything topical.